Religious beliefs significantly shape attitudes toward organ donation in the Netherlands. Data from the Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) reveals that non-religious individuals show the highest willingness to donate.
According to CBS figures, 37% of non-religious Dutch people are open to organ donation, compared to 28% of Protestants and 25% of Catholics. Among practicing Muslims, the figure drops to just 1%.
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"In Islam, helping the sick is encouraged, but preserving the body's integrity after death is equally important," notes the CBS.
Statistics Netherlands (CBS) identifies clear patterns: Women, highly educated individuals aged 25-65, and those without a migration background are more likely to become potential donors than men, the low-skilled, younger people under 25 or over 65, and migrants.
A critical shortage of organ donors persists in the Netherlands. To tackle this, a new donor law takes effect on July 1. Without an explicit choice, individuals will be registered as having 'no objection' to donation, aiming to boost donor numbers.
Source: Lindanieuws.nl
